Disposing of the meter, test strips, lancets and batteries
Warning
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Any product coming in contact with blood is considered contaminated
(potentially infectious).
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During normal testing, any blood glucose meter may come in contact
with blood.
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Lancing devices may also be considered sharps. For disposal of sharps,
refer to local regulation.
Refer to any laws or ordinances relating to the disposal of sharps
and/or contaminated products. Contact your local health department
or other appropriate authorities for proper handling and disposal of
used meters, used test strips, used lancets, and used batteries.
Please consider the following points when disposing of used testing
materials:
•
Consider recycling of the meters and batteries at an appropriate
facility. Be aware that the meter is potentially hazardous electronics
scrap (e-scrap) and should be disposed of accordingly. The batteries
are potentially hazardous also and should be disposed of accordingly.
•
Disinfect the meter before recycling or disposing.
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29 CFR 1910.1030 – Blood-borne pathogens
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Directive 2002/96/EC – Directive on waste electrical and electronic
equipment (WEEE)
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